For all the advantages of buying a used car instead of a new model, warranty coverage can be a bit trickier with a pre-owned purchase. Of course, at Hertz Car Sales, our 12-month / 12,000-mile limited powertrain warranty comes standard with every vehicle. But when buying any vehicle, you may want to consider adding extended warranty coverage to your purchase. There are several reasons this is a great idea, so read through these tips below to see if an extended warranty makes sense for you.

After how much you've invested in the car you drive – from its down payment, to its monthly costs, insurance, registration and taxes – the last thing you want to do is spend anything on maintenance and repairs. But by keeping up on routine vehicle maintenance, you'll get the most out of your car, truck or SUV for a longer period compared to just driving a vehicle to the ground. Keep up with both the factory recommended maintenance schedule your vehicle probably comes with and heed the advice of the service professionals you trust.

With the millions of car owners just in our country alone, there's undoubtedly an enormous range of the levels of general cleanliness inside each vehicle. But nowadays, as more people are smartly taking added precautions when it comes to hand washing, personal hygiene, and the cleaning of personal property, there are simple steps toward safely sanitizing your car, truck, or SUV, inside and out. There are all kinds of contact points in and outside of any vehicle that drivers and passengers touch, often without putting much thought into it.

As the spring continues to warm up the weather, now is the perfect time to shop for the kind of car loved by outdoors enthusiasts. As the weather improves, making outdoor adventures easier, having the kind of car, truck or SUV that's ready for your trips out into nature is the way to go. Look through these best used vehicles for outdoors enthusiasts that are regularly found at our Hertz Car Sales locations, then be in touch to arrange a test drive at your home.

Now that the winter is – finally! – coming to an end, it's time to think about what your car needs as you drive into the warmer months. For drivers living where winter climates really do a number on the exterior, underpinnings, tires and wheels of cars, looking at salt damage, getting a wash and a wax and taking care of a number of maintenance needs on your vehicle's outside is a smart way to get ready for the spring. Take a look at these spring tips to get ready for warmer weather or find the perfect used car to…

As the warmer weather approaches, it's a great time of the year to consider the kinds of springtime maintenance your vehicle might need to get ready for your travels moving forward. Outside of buying an affordable and high-quality used car for your travels in springtime and beyond, you'll want to have your current vehicle checked over by a trusted service professional or team so everything works perfectly and looks clean and fresh. Check out this handy checklist of spring maintenance work for your car, and make sure the next few months and the upcoming summer are safe and…

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If you're driving around during winter in many parts of the U.S., and let's be honest, pretty much all of Canada, you'll want to keep in mind some helpful driving tips in order to get from Point A to Point B safe and sound. An important winter driving tip is keeping the right gear and equipment in your car if you're regularly traveling through rough weather. Check out these five important things to keep in your car during winter and see if your car has what it needs before you head out during the wintertime…

Beyond having the right kind of car with the setup to help you navigate the worst winter weather patterns out on the road, keeping in mind safe and attentive driving habits can prevent accidents during the cold months in your area. When roads get slick with ice, rain or snow, and with added complications from plows, salt trucks and other seasonal public works vehicles, you'll want to have both hands on the wheel and your eyes on the road in every situation. For a quick starter on winter driving, follow these five helpful tips:

?Whether you live among the flourishing foliage somewhere up north, or you enjoy the slightly cooler weather in warmer climates, fall is a great time to think about your car. The kids are back in school, the holidays are just around the corner, and autumn always has lots of great activities and events to get to, along with your general work-week driving. To make the most out of your time on the road this fall, check out these cleanup and maintenance tips for your vehicle, and visit your local service center for additional care, repairs, and advice for keeping your…

?It's that time of the year again when you're starting to think about schedules and getting around your area safely, especially when it comes to driving your kids and other students around. Whether it's the teenagers in your family driving themselves and their friends to school, or if you're playing the role of chauffeur, you'll want to be prepared before the opening bells ring this month. To help you out during this end-of-summer planning, we've offered some helpful tips for your back-to-school carpooling.